By DADA. AYOKHAI
The Edo State Government has charged young people across the state to remain focused, persistent, and consistent in pursuing their dreams.
The government emphasized that resilience, discipline, and hard work remain the surest pathways to success.
The Honourable Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Eugenia Abdallah, gave the charge when she received the Executive Producer of South South Next Top Model Season 11, Mr. Joe Joe Dominic, alongside his team and contestants, who paid a courtesy visit to the Ministry to seek guidance and mentorship on achieving greatness in their modelling careers and life.
Speaking during the interactive session, Hon. Abdallah advised the aspiring models not to lose sight of their personal aspirations by trying to imitate others. According to her, every successful individual has overcome challenges through determination, diligence, and unwavering commitment to their goals.
She noted that life is filled with obstacles but stressed that such challenges should serve as stepping stones rather than stumbling blocks.
The Commissioner further stated that the Edo State Government, under the leadership of Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo, through its SHINE Agenda, is committed to creating an enabling environment where young people can discover, nurture, and maximize their talents for personal and societal development.
Hon. Abdallah commended the Executive Producer of South South Next Top Model, Mr. Joe Joe Dominic, for providing a platform that mentors and positively shapes young people. She expressed confidence that the guidance and life lessons being imparted through the initiative would equip the contestants for success both on and off the runway.
Also speaking, Dr. Mercy Bello Abu, a Management Consultant and Clarity Mind-Reset Strategist, emphasized the importance of setting SMART goals as a roadmap to achieving one’s vision and aspirations.
She encouraged the participants to remain humble regardless of their achievements, noting that humility is a vital quality that opens doors to greater relevance and opportunities.
The Ministry’s Director of Finance, Mrs. Mary Ikhajiagbe, also encouraged the models never to give up in the face of challenges. She reminded them that the journey to greatness is often difficult but assured them that perseverance, consistency, self-discipline, and self-motivation would ultimately lead to success.
Earlier, the Executive Producer of South South Next Top Model Season 11, Mr. Joe Joe Dominic, said the visit was aimed at exposing the contestants to moral guidance and life counselling from respected personalities and institutions. According to him, beyond the glamour of the runway, many young models require mentorship and practical life lessons to navigate both their careers and everyday challenges successfully.
The interactive session ended with words of encouragement from the Ministry’s management, reaffirming the Edo State Government’s commitment to youth development, mentorship, and creating opportunities that inspire young people to achieve their full potential.
